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Microbiology

Last updated on Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Chester and Wirral Microbiology service provides a comprehensive microbiological service in medical bacteriology, mycology, virology, parasitology and serological investigations.  Advice on the selection of appropriate diagnostic specimens, their collection and transport is available. Please see...

Tests, Scans and Investigations

Last updated on Tuesday, October 3, 2023

We offer our patients a wide range of tests, scans and investigations. Diagnostic scans Diagnostic scans help give images of various parts of the body. You may also hear the term ‘radiology’ when talking about diagnostic scans. A number of scans are available from our hospitals in Wirral. Choo...

Serology

Last updated on Monday, April 30, 2018

The Microbiology service offers a comprehensive suite of screening and diagnostic serology.  For serology, collect a minimum of 4 ml of blood into a blood tube with a gold, ochre, red or white cap. See the User Guide for further details.

Bacteriology

Last updated on Friday, February 26, 2021

The Microbiology service examines swabs, pus, body fluids, sputum, faeces and urine for the presence of infection and disease causing bacteria.   Through association with other laboratories it is able to offer a comprehensive service.   Antimicrobial Therapy and Clinical Consultation   When...

Awards and Accreditations

Last updated on Tuesday, June 6, 2023

As a major NHS acute hospital trust for Wirral and the surrounding region, we hold many important accreditations: Investor in People (IIP) accredited organisation. NHSLA Level 2 accreditation. Level 3 General Medical Council accreditation. Our Trust Library and Knowledge Service is assessed...

Come and meet some of our apprentices

Last updated on Wednesday, February 13, 2019

NAME: Ethan BriscoeROLE: Apprentice Laboratory Technician     DEPT: Microbiology COURSE: Laboratory & Science Technicians What made you apply for this apprenticeship? I wanted a job as soon as I had left school as I wanted to earn money whilst gaining qualifications and my sister introduc...

Microbiology User Manual V35